According to Xinhua, the Kuwaiti Army said on June 28 that the country's air defense systems intercepted "hostile" missiles and drones, as explosions echoed throughout the Gulf nation during interception operations.
In a statement, the General Staff of the Kuwaiti Army said that air defense systems are "intercepting and destroying" threats aimed at the country.
The military said that the explosions heard throughout Kuwait were caused by interception operations, and called on people to remain calm and follow the instructions of relevant authorities. The origin of the attacks has not been announced, and the military has not provided immediate information about casualties or damage.
According to local media, air strike sirens have sounded twice throughout Kuwait, starting at around 3 am local time on June 28.
